Omani ports see surge in operations in 2020

Omani ports see surge in operations in 2020

ASYAD Group endeavoured to facilitate cross-regional trade and secure local market requirements for commodities and goods from their country of origin Oman's strategically located and well-equipped ports, offering end-to-end comprehensive logistics solutions, have witnessed a surge in their operational and commercial business despite the impact of Covid-19 on the global trade. Working in close co-operation with government agencies, ASYAD Group endeavoured to facilitate cross-regional trade and secure local market requirements for commodities and goods from their country of origin, through linking Omani ports with 86 regional and global counterparts, reported Oman News Agency (ONA). The resilient and prompt response of Omani ports to the repercussions of the global pandemic is a testament to the effectiveness of their operations, leadership and the integrated model and collaborative efforts amongst the logistics sector in Oman. ASYAD Group continued to put into practice the National Logistics Strategy 2040 (SOLS 2040) to reinforce Oman as a global logistics hub through increasing direct shipping lines; operating 200 cargo ship weekly trips; facilitating direct export and import of goods from their countries of origin; and boosting the Government's returns on investments in seaports, free zones, shipping, and logistics companies. In addition to the direct services made available